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Welder

Elgen Staffing

icon South Holland, IL, US, 60473

icon9 October 2025

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Our client, a nationwide recycling manufacturer, has an immediate need for an experienced Welder, to join their growing team in South Holland.

Our candidate of choice will be responsible for assembling, wiring, and testing electrical control panels according to engineering schematics and layout drawings. Strong attention to detail is required along with knowledge of electrical systems, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings.
  • Assemble components such as circuit breakers, relays, PLCs, and terminal blocks into control panels.
  • Perform point-to-point wiring and ensure proper wire routing, labeling, and terminations.
  • Test completed panels for continuity, functionality, and compliance with specifications.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safety protocols.
  • Troubleshoot and correct wiring errors or component issues as needed.
  • Collaborate with engineers, quality control, and production teams to meet project deadlines.
  • Document assembly and testing results as required.

 

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be able to read drawings and fabricate based on drawing design, specifications, and procedures
  • We are looking for welders highly proficient in MIG welding along with the ability to fabricate and assemble large horizontal balers
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  • Experienced MIG welder
  • Requires limited supervision to perform tasks assigned
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Ability to use tape measure, layout out, and set assemblies
  • Possess good communication skills & an ability to adapt to changing situations
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or relative experience and/or training for job classification
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
  • Ability to write simple correspondence
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization
  • Depending on job classification, may require basic math and/or tape measure reading
  • Depending on job classification, may require ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few variables in standardized situations
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Please apply today for immediate consideration!

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